Companion Animal Care Specialist

Petco; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco in Ocala, FL, is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to care for animals and aquatic life, support sales and merchandising, and uphold pet-care standards on the floor. You will educate customers and partner with the team to deliver an exceptional experience.

The role emphasizes animal welfare, strong service orientation, and ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment. Training provided and opportunities for growth exist.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience with companion animals and aquatic life.
• Strong animal-care knowledge, husbandry, and maintenance practices.
• Educate others and communicate effectively with customers.
• Strong customer service mindset with selling aptitude.
• Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Completion and ongoing maintenance of Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.

Responsibilities

• Verify animal care and maintenance tasks are completed as scheduled.
• Perform housekeeping for habitats and tanks and maintain cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives and customer engagement.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Communication

Sales skills

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pet Care Certification Program

Tools

POS system

Inventory software

Job description

Petco in Ocala, FL, is seeking a Companion Animal Specialist to care for animals and aquatic life, support sales and merchandising, and uphold pet-care standards on the floor. You will educate customers and partner with the team to deliver an exceptional experience.

The role emphasizes animal welfare, strong service orientation, and ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment. Training provided and opportunities for growth exist.